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Guide to Understanding Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT)
What is Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), and why is it essential to keep it updated? The transportation industry is heavily regulated, with strict laws and regulations in place to ensure the safety of drivers and other road users. One of the rules that trucking companies...
Certified Reasonable Suspicion Training for Supervisors | Get Your Certificate Today
Drug and alcohol misuse is a serious offense in the United States, and regulating this aspect is of utmost importance in the trucking industry. Employees in trucking industries designated to supervise drivers are required by the Federal Department, particularly the...
Get Your Drug and Alcohol Consortium Set Up
A drug and alcohol consortium/third-party administrator (C/TPA) plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation's (USDOT) drug and alcohol testing regulations. They manage all aspects of a company's alcohol-drug testing program,...
HazMat Updated Civil Penalty Amounts 2023
The civil penalty amounts for HazMat violations have been recently increased in 2023. Learn more about how you can stay compliant here. The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is a division of the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)...
Sign-Up Now for 2024 UCR Pre-Registration!
Are you involved in interstate commerce as a motor carrier, motor private carrier, or related business? Then you need to be aware of the Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) program. Federal law requires all such businesses to register and file annually. If you don't...
Arizona Permits for Commercial Vehicles
In Arizona, commercial vehicles that travel to and from the state are required to obtain specific permits to ensure their legal operation, safety, and adherence to environmental standards. These permits are governed by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT)...
Understanding the New Updates to SCAC
The trucking industry is an ever-evolving and fast-paced industry, and it's important for everyone involved to stay up-to-date with the latest changes. One recent change that is important to know about is the new updates to the Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC). SCAC...
New AI Initiative
Compliance with Department of Transportation (USDOT) rules and regulations is crucial for any carrier or freight management company. Fortunately, DOT Compliance Group has introduced a new chat assistant to help you tackle the daunting task of compliance. Meet our new...
Everything You Need To Know About Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs)
An electronic logging device (ELD) is used in the trucking industry for regulatory compliance. Here's all you need to know about ELDs and the US ELD rule. In the United States, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires commercial motor vehicle...
Everything You Need To Know About the New FMCSA Rules 2023
The FMCSA recently made changes to its rules to further enforce safety in the transportation and trucking industry. Learn more about it here. Updating rules and federal regulations is crucial for the trucking and commercial motor vehicle industries to ensure safety,...
Inflation Increases USDOT Fines for FMCSA Violations
Federal agencies including the USDOT and FMCSA are required to adjust their fines yearly to reflect inflation rates. Learn more about it here. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT or DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) work closely...
Pre-Employment Clearinghouse Query Changes for 2023
In 2023, there were changes to the Clearinghouse pre-employment query system. Learn about changes and how they affect employers and drivers. The pre-employment Clearinghouse query system underwent significant changes in March 2023. The changes were designed by the...
